ReFOCUS with Jim Daly

Jim Daly speaks with author and ministry leader Denise Shick about how parents and church leaders can guide young people through today’s confusing conversations about gender and identity. Drawing from her deeply personal story—including the impact of her father’s gender transition during her childhood and her own season of gender confusion—Denise shares how cultural influences, social media, and shifting societal norms are shaping the next generation. With compassion and biblical clarity, she shares powerful redemption stories and offers practical encouragement for parents who want to talk honestly with their children about God’s design for male and female, while pointing young people toward the lasting hope, identity, and healing that can only be found in Jesus Christ.   Get a copy of Denise Shick's book, Grace & Truth: Navigating Faith-Based LGBT Conversations With Youth, for a gift of any amount.   This booklet describes scenarios where you and your family might encounter transgender issues – at school, in private spaces and in your family – and gives guidance for responding with wisdom and grace. The free PDF also helps you understand transgender terminology and ideology and their effects on the culture.   Focus on the Family's staff of licensed, professional counselors can help you bring healing and restoration to your family with Christian perspectives you can trust.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Laura Perry Smalts shares her story of childhood pain and trauma that led her to identify as a man for seven years. She'll unpack the spiritual transformation she experienced because her parents and the love of many other Christians that convinced her to place her faith in Christ.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

David and Jason Benham share their story of having their HGTV show cancelled as a result of some public opposition to their Christian beliefs. Hear about cancel culture before it was a trend and be challenged to share your faith in love - bold and broken - in the culture.   Hear Laura Perry Smalts and Dr. Meg Meeker on ReFOCUS with Jim Daly.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

As America celebrates 250 years as a nation, Senator Tim Scott shares inspiring stories of Great Americans and the Christian faith guiding them in their acheivements. He also encourages listeners to engage in civil dilogue with those who hold different political views, as we reflect on the greatness of America and our heritage of faith.   Get a copy of Tim Scott's book, One Nation Under God: Profiles in Christian Courage, for a gift of any amount.   The freedoms we enjoy in America today originated in Judeo-Christian ideals that date back to long before the American Revolution.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Former two-time U.S. Masters Champion and golf legend, Bernhard Langer, shares about his humble beginnings in Germany, his fascinating golf career, his journey to Christ, and sharing his faith with his family and others.   OPTION ULTRASOUND: For just $60 you can save a baby from abortion!   We all love rooting for our favorite sports teams, but the stadium is only part of a larger arena in life: God’s kingdom. What does faith look like both on and off the playing field? In this special collection, you’ll hear powerful testimonies from athletes with memorable track records in sports and an even greater legacy in faith. Featuring guests like John Smoltz, Darrell Waltrip, Scott Hamilton, Benjamin Watson and more!   There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Author and business consultant Aaron Renn helps Christians understand the adversarial culture we live in and develop and practice strategies to be effective witnesses and culture influencers for Christ. He examines the decline of the culture since the 1960s and suggests different personal and corporate strategies in the church to effectively impact the culture for Christ – through establishing a positive identity and excellence in our lives.   The world is shifting. Truth is under attack. Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the crisis shaking faith, identity, and morality. But we can make a difference when we stand in God’s truth. Join the movement—watch now!   Focus on the Family’s The Daily Citizen provides a faith-based perspective to counter the mainstream media’s anti-Christian bias. The publication exists to provide timely, relevant analysis of current events and cultural trends all from a biblical worldview.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Ian Rowe is a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, where he focuses on education and upward mobility, family formation, and adoption. He'll share how Christians can impact the culture for Christ on racial issues and find common sense solutions in education for the sake of American children. He'll also share part of his Four Point Plan (F.R.E.E.) for all children to overcome the victimhood narrative and discover their pathway to power.   Get a copy of Agency by Ian Rowe for a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   The world is shifting. Truth is under attack. Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the crisis shaking faith, identity, and morality. But we can make a difference when we stand in God’s truth. Join the movement—watch now!   Listen to Thriving Student, a podcast series from Focus on the Family, designed to help parents give their children what they’ll need to thrive during this school year.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

February is National Girls & Women in Sports Month. Jennifer Sey was an elite U.S. gymnast in the mid-1980s, later becoming a prominent corporate leader at Levi's and the founder of her own apparel brand, XX-XY. She shares how these experiences shaped her commitment to support and protect girl's and women's sports, as she and Jim discuss the impact of trans-ideology on having fair competition. They explore the intense pressures and physical demands of gymnastics, highlighting the culture of abuse and the toll it took on Jennifer’s mental and physical health, which ultimately contributed to her decision to leave the sport just before the Olympic trials. Jennifer emphasizes resilience, the importance of self-advocacy, and the challenges of navigating a changing cultural landscape while maintaining integrity and supporting female athletes.   The world is shifting. Truth is under attack. Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the crisis shaking faith, identity, and morality. But we can make a difference when we stand in God’s truth. Join the movement—watch now!   Here are some key resources – from Focus on the Family and the Daily Citizen – to help parents understand sexual identity confusion; explain to children God’s good design for male and female – and how this is distorted by transgender dogma; and raise children who embrace their God-given masculinity or femininity.   19-year-old Chloe Cole shares about the devastating effects of gender transitioning on children, her personal regrets of transitioning as a young teen, and the peace found by trusting in God's perfect design.   Focus on the Family's staff of licensed, professional counselors can help you bring healing and restoration to your family with Christian perspectives you can trust.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Dr.  Catherine Wheeler, a former practitioner of second trimester abortions, shares her transformative journey toward becoming a pro-life advocate. She describes a pivotal moment when she became acutely aware of the moral implications of her actions, and how this led her to cease performing abortions. She shares about the cultural influences that shaped her views on feminism and reproductive rights before returning to the Christian faith later in life. Dr. Wheeler recounts her conversations with patients and peers on both sides of the abortion debate, aiming to introduce new perspectives compassionately. She also highlights her efforts in pro-life advocacy, while encouraging others to engage in compassionate, informed discourse.   When you give to Focus on the Family’s Option Ultrasound program, you’ll provide training and equipment to introduce a mother to her baby through an ultrasound! This moving experience saves lives and stops abortion.   Learn about Focus on the Family's pro-life ministry.   Rebekah Buell Hagan shares her powerful story of pursuing a chemically-induced abortion and then experiencing a change of heart which led to saving her baby's life. Dr. Bill Lile, a pro-life OB/GYN, explains how the abortion pill works, how its effects may be reversed, and how this option is being provided to women and teen girls who have second thoughts about having an abortion.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Focus on the Family's staff of licensed, professional counselors can help you bring healing and restoration to your family with Christian perspectives you can trust.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

As the Seattle Seahawks head into the NFL playoffs as the number one seed in the NFC, Leslie Frazier, Assistant Head Coach, speaks with Jim Daly about modeling a life of integrity and maturity in the NFL while pouring into men's lives. Frazier shares about the people who shaped his life as a young man, player, and coach. He also reveals a longstanding fellowship of coaches in the NFL who are "iron sharpening iron," as they study God's Word and grow spiritually.   We all love rooting for our favorite sports teams, but the stadium is only part of a larger arena in life: God’s kingdom. What does faith look like both on and off the playing field? In this special collection, you’ll hear powerful testimonies from athletes with memorable track records in sports and an even greater legacy in faith. Featuring guests like John Smoltz, Darrell Waltrip, Scott Hamilton, Benjamin Watson and more!   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Encounter with God is for Bible readers seeking to deepen their understanding of God's Word. Encounter with God leads you through the entire Bible in six years. A weekly podcast, Encounter with God Together, is available each Monday with featured guests who share their insights on upcoming passages from Encounter with God.   Tony Dungy's Family, Surviving Suicide   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

One of the most countercultural things you can do as a Christian is to invite someone over for dinner. Karen Ehman helps busy families find opportunities for hospitality in everyday life. She also talks about reaching people for Christ through other acts of kindness and service. She shares how effective it is to love those who are hard to love, even atheists, and how to be “family” to those who are lonely–widows and orphans–and to care for the sick. With personal stories, advice and wisdom, as well as biblical inspiration, Karen encourages us to step out of our comfort zone to bless others.   Get your copy of Love, Listen, Repeat for a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Learn how a family opened their home to needy people.   Learn how food brings people together.   Find out how a former lesbian was ministered to by a pastor and his wife.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Christian Apologist Greg Koukl provides encouragement and helps equip believers to share their faith with confidence, by listening and asking thought-provoking questions   Get a copy of Street Smarts by Greg Koukl for a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   We all agree that toddlers are valuable human beings with rights. Yet the preborn differ from toddlers in only four ways.   There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family.   The world is shifting. Truth is under attack. Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the crisis shaking faith, identity, and morality. But we can make a difference when we stand in God’s truth. Join the movement—watch now!   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Timothy Harris, a missionary to Muslims helps Christians to build bridges and share the love of Christ with Islamic neighbors. Find out how God is moving in the Muslim world and opening doors for people in this community to discover Jesus as their Savior. He'll inspire you to see every Muslim as made in the image of God and will offer practical ways you can represent Christ and share your faith in ways you never thought were possible.   Get your copy of Loving Your Muslim Neighbor for a gift of any amount.   Truth is under attack—but it’s not lost. Truth Rising, a powerful new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the cultural crisis and calls the church into action. Stand firm, engage boldly, and be part of the movement to reclaim truth. Watch now!   There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

British Evangelist J.John shares how he transitioned from being agnostic to a vibrant faith in Jesus Christ. With numerous inspiring stories, he unfolds the simple message of the Gospel and shares how every believer can engage with and show genuine concern for others in our families, neighborhoods, and communities.   Get a copy of Jesus Christ: The Truth for a gift of any amount.   Want more wisdom from J.John? This free collection contains over three hours of content featuring his most popular talks on topics like having a godly perspective, accepting your identity in Christ, the proofs of Christianity, and the true meaning of Christmas.   There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family.   Watch the documentary and join the FREE 4-part study to impact the culture for Christ.   Find resources from the Focus on the Family counseling team for navigating transgender issues.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Baseball Hall of Famer and Commentator John Smoltz shares his testimony of coming to Christ while pitching for the Atlanta Braves. He shares about family, faith, and baseball, unfolding the story of his childhood, his career, experiencing divorce, parenting, and God's restoration and provision in his life. This discussion will inspire you to lean into God and trust Him more deeply in your life.   Get a copy of John Smoltz's book, Starting and Closing: Perseverance, Faith, and One More Year, for a gift of any amount.   Sign up to hear more inspiring Christian testimonies from professional athletes.   There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family.   Good parents aren't perfect. And that's okay. There's no formula to follow, but there are ways you can grow every day. This assessment gives parents an honest look at their unique strengths, plus some areas that could use a little help.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Kevin Palau, President of the Palau ministry, and Sam Adams, former mayor of Portland, Oregon, talk about their friendship formed in the context of meeting social needs in the city. Sam was the first openly gay mayor of a major U.S. city. These two men describe their surprise at discovering that Evangelical Christians and people in the LGBT community can agree on most social issues and can work together to solve problems without compromising their core beliefs. They offer a practical example of how Christians can dialogue respectfully and share the love of Christ with those who hold different views. Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God. TRUTH RISING, a powerful new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the cultural crisis and calls the church into action. Stand firm, engage boldly, and be part of the movement to reclaim truth. Watch now! And sign up for Truth Rising: The Study. City Gospel Movements – strengthen faith sharing efforts in your city. SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE! Send Jim a voicemail! Click here. Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Tyler O'Neil, from the Daily Signal, interviews Jim Daly in this special episode. The conversation centers around the Southern Poverty Law Center adding Focus on the Family to it's "hate list" because of it's biblical stance on marriage between one man and one woman. Jim shares about the responsibility of Christians to follow God's design for marriage and sexuality, while also maintaining love and respect for those with different views in a pluralistic society.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   TRUTH RISING, a powerful new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the cultural crisis and calls the church into action. Stand firm, engage boldly, and be part of the movement to reclaim truth. Watch now! And sign up for Truth Rising: The Study.   In light of the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, Jim Daly speaks with Brant Hansen and Gabe Lyons about what this means for our culture and the Christian response to violence and hate.   The Charlie Kirk Radicals Hated Wasn’t Really Charlie Kirk   19-year-old Chloe Cole shares about the devastating effects of gender transitioning on children, her personal regrets of transitioning as a young teen, and the peace found by trusting in God's perfect design.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Lori Gimelshteyn is the Executive Director of the Colorado Parent Advocacy Network (CPAN). She is dedicated to to protecting parental rights in schools and demonstrates how to build bridges with school officials, schoolboards and media while representing Christian values in public education to protect children from harmful ideology.   Get a copy of Navigating Public Schools: Charting a Course to Protect Your Child's Christian Faith for a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Our goal is to strengthen our schools — not divide them. This information, combined with a biblical worldview, empowers parents and students to navigate the school year with grace and truth. Your role is crucial, Mom and Dad!   Colorado Parents Advocacy Network - Resources for parents everywhere to adapt and use in advocating for your children   Watch this inspiring documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center and participate in the 4-part study on impacting the culture   Opt-Out Template for Parents   Support this Show!   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Dr. Heather Holleman examines different components of conversation—from casual and emotional to sharing the way we think and believe to unlock connection with others. She offers tools to effectively communicate and spread God’s love with those you encounter. You’ll learn how to add graciousness to your conversation so you can have stronger, warmer connections.   Get a copy of The Six Conversations: Pathways to Connecting in an Age of Isolation and Incivility, for a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Sign Up for the Premiere of Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center.   Join renowned teacher and Bible scholar Ray Vander Laan as he examines what it means to be a follower of Christ through the cultural, historical, and otherwise contextual lens of Scripture.   Support this Show!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.   If you enjoyed listening to ReFOCUS with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Evangelism expert Greg Stier discusses putting into practice the transformative rhythms, activities and actions that Jesus modeled throughout His life. He passionately shares the power of the gospel, getting into some practical and memorable tools to help you incorporate evangelism into your life.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Get a copy of Radical Like Jesus: 21 Challenges to Live a Revolutionary Life, for a gift of any amount.   Learn more about sharing the Christian faith with the spiritually curious.   Sign Up for the Premiere of Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center.   Support this Show!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.   If you enjoyed listening to ReFOCUS with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Melissa Dougherty exposes "New Thought" in the culture which has crept into mainstream Christian circles. Faithful to scripture, she shares compassionately about how some believers have been seduced by feel-good ideologies and how we can live with faithful truth and genuine love in these self-obsessed times to reach others with the true gospel.   Get a copy of Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World for a gift of any amount.   Learn what it means to begin a relationship with Jesus Christ.   Join the movement! Sign up for updates for our Truth Rising Documentary, releasing September 5.   Focus on the Family's staff of licensed, professional counselors can help you bring healing and restoration to your family with Christian perspectives you can trust.   This groundbreaking video series visits the lands of the Bible to help you live as God's ambassador and impact the culture for Christ.   Support this Show!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Dr. Kevin Roberts, President of The Heritage Foundation in Washington DC shares about standing for biblical values and influencing others for Christ in a divided culture. From the heart of the nation's capitol, he shares about having productive, civil conversations, and developing relationships with different political positions or worldviews, while extending kindness. He encourages you to influence government and your neighbors for the good of society, finding common ground with others where possible.   Daily Citizen: Stay informed on the cultural issues that affect you and your family with the Daily Citizen.   Get your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Sign up to receive more from Jim about current events and living for God in the culture.   Watch this video series with musician John Cooper to learn more about reaching the culture with the truth.   Alive to Thrive: Learn more about preventing teen suicide     Support this Show!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Konstantin Kisin, a self-proclaimed agnostic, engages in a fascinating conversation with Jim Daly, discussing everything from the impact of Christianity on the world to politics. They talk about the common ground they share on various cultural issues, highlighting individual rights and the desire to create a better life for families and everyone in society – ideas also captured in Focus on the Family's documentary film, Truth Rising.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Sign Up for the Premiere of Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center.   Sign Up for this Video Series offering insights on the Deconstruction of Christianity.   Learn more about sharing the Christian faith with the spiritually curious.   Support this Show!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

For much of her life, Elizabeth Woning believed she was born gay. After a brief heterosexual marriage in her twenties, she sought a new identity in lesbianism, even while attending seminary. She shares about her true identity in Christ and how He restored her to find fulfillment and joy in her femininity and new marriage.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Click here for more resources from the Focus on the Family counseling department on Transgenderism.   Sign up for updates on the Truth Rising documentary!   Support this Show!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Mark Matlock, respected researcher and author, offers insights into creating a church culture that is accessible to people who are curious and seeking spiritual discovery. Learn to help others make meaningful connections to Jesus and bridge the gap between traditional Christianity and the modern spiritual climate.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Watch our video series with Rosaria Butterfield about the art of speaking the truth with love and conviction.   Support this Show!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Tim Barnett defends the Christian faith and winsomely engages unbelievers, helping equip you to do the same.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Sign up for updates about Focus on the Family’s New Documentary: Truth Rising.   Watch our free video series with Ray Vander Laan on bringing God's peace into our broken world.   Listen to Jim’s discussion with Dr. John Lennox about evangelism.   Support this Show!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Popular UK writer and broadcaster Justin Brierley is convinced we are witnessing a growing wave of faith, replacing secularism. A number of his friends have come to Christ in recent years after resonating with the Christian faith. Justin asks the question, are Christians ready for this new wave?   Get Justin's' book, Why I'm Still a Christian, for a gift of any amount.   Listen to Justin Brierly’s podcast.   Listen to John Lennox's ReFOCUS episode.   Listen to to Rosaria Butterfield's ReFOCUS episode.   Support this Show!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

U.S. Senator James Lankford encourages Americans to look for the light switch in the midst of cultural darkness to turn the country around. "We the People" define the greatest representative republic on the planet, and the path forward is found in personal faith and making choices to do the right thing every day.   Get Senator James Lankford's book, Turnaround: America’s Revival, for a gift of any amount. James' practical leadership ideas will encourage you to live your faith and find impactful ways to serve our community and our great nation.   Subscribe to the Daily Citizen to stay informed on cultural issues affecting you and your family.   This article outlines on engaging with this cultural moment as a Christian.   Learn about and join in Focus on the Family’s pro-life efforts.   Support this Show!   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Growing up in certain areas of Indianapolis means you and your children will be at risk of violence and other challenges. Yet four men who grew up in the area have overcome their past issues of dealing drugs and living without purpose. They now live confident and productive lives because of the transforming power of the Gospel and the deep concern of a local pastor who also grew up there. Hear their powerful stories and the insights of a national inner-city entrepreneur in this inspiring panel discussion.   Get Bob Woodson's book, The Triumphs of Joseph, for a gift of any amount to learn about bringing moral and spiritual revival to the inner city.   Read about the plight of the inner city and the role of Christians on Jim Daly's blog.   Learn more about boot camp, a safe, transparent community of Christian brothers who process complex male issues together, conquer life's challenges, and hold one another accountable.   Help people in low-income neighborhoods to address problems in their communities.   Read Focus on the Family's article about the importance of fathers.   Learn more about the impact of RezilientKidz on struggling communities.   Donate Now!   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Author, podcaster, and blogger Natasha Crain motivates and equips Christians to defend Christian values despite the hostility of the culture. She shares about the calling of Christians to stand up for the common good in the public square, even when it goes against the cultural understanding of good. Learn how to persevere in the darkness and take action to spread the light of Christ.   For a gift of any amount, get a copy of Natasha Crain's When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square. Learn how to respond to the culture as people of God.   Focus on the Family’s The Daily Citizen provides a faith-based perspective to counter the mainstream media’s anti-Christian bias. The publication exists to provide timely, relevant analysis of current events and cultural trends all from a biblical worldview.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Hear about The Case for Life by Scott Klusendorf in his conversation with Jim on ReFOCUS with Jim Daly.   Hear more about sharing Christ's love with your enemies through Virginia Prodan's episode on ReFOCUS with Jim Daly. She'll sharing the shocking story of converting her would-be assassin.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Founder and Director of the Abortion Survivors Network, Melissa Ohden, survived a saline abortion attempt as a baby. Her birth mom, who was coerced to abort, didn't know was alive until 30 years later, and now they have a loving relationship. For years, she has been sharing about the sanctity of human life and helping to persuade others to change their mind about the tragedy of abortion. This compassionate, powerful conversation with Jim Daly will help equip you to engage others with truth and love while promoting life.   Get a copy of Melissa Ohden's moving book, Abortion Survivors Break their Silence for a gift of any amount.   Focus on the Family's staff of licensed, professional counselors can help you bring healing and restoration to your family with Christian perspectives you can trust.   $60 saves a baby’s life! Be a Life Advocate!   Find out more about the Abortion Survivor's Network.   Watch Melissa's powerful panel discussion with former abortion doctors   Watch Scott Klusendorf on Focus on the Family with Jim Daly.     Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.  

Brad Formsma tells inspiring stories of how God changes lives and your own heart by giving generously of your time, talents, words, and resources. He shares how others can be reached for Christ through generosity - and how it transforms your marriage and family.   Get Brad Formsma's book, I Like Giving: The Transforming Power of a Generous Life, for a gift of any amount!   Join Brad’s Generous Kids Book Club, a fun way to teach your children generosity!   Learn more about Brad’s ministry.   There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family.   Focus on the Family's staff of licensed, professional counselors can help you bring healing and restoration to your family with Christian perspectives you can trust.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Focus on the Family's Vice President of External and Government Relations shares about culture's desire for an unattainable and imaginary utopia. In this discussion, he outlines the importance of submitting to God's authority instead, to stop and reverse the destruction being done in the American culture.   Get Tim Goeglein's book, Stumbling Toward Utopia, for a gift of any amount.   Focus on the Family’s The Daily Citizen provides a faith-based perspective to counter the mainstream media’s anti-Christian bias. The publication exists to provide timely, relevant analysis of current events and cultural trends all from a biblical worldview.   Listen to the ReFOCUS episode with Melissa Kearney on her fascinating book about the impact of family structure on kids, The Two-Parent Privilege.   Listen to the ReFOCUS episode with Brad Wilcox on his book, Get Married, to learn about the positive effects of marriage and parenting on the lives of those involved.   Get Heather Holleman's book, The Six Conversations, to learn more about meaningful connection in an age of isolation and conflict.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Pastor Brady Boyd, author of Life-Minded, challenges believers to live authentic Christian lives, engaging others with the love of Christ, and showing respect and kindness to those who may hold a different worldview or political position. While emphasizing the truth of God's Word, Brady reminds you that your opponents are created in God's image as he encourages grace and compassion for them. He states that Christians need to look past the exterior persona and tap into the three core needs that every person has - to feel connected, to feel safe, and to feel a sense of purpose.   Get a copy of Brady Boyd's book, Life-Minded, to learn more about connecting in our polarized culture, for a gift of any amount.   Read this article about the Biblical perspective on government.   Read this article for more on forgiveness.   Read this article to protect your marriage from the negative effects of social media.   For couples in crisis – you can still put the pieces of your marriage back together with Hope Restored.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Annie F. Downs shares her heart to help Christians embrace the fun in life and reach others in the process. She tells stories of finding friendship in unexpected places and how you can do the same.   Get Annie Downs' book, Chase the Fun: 100 Days to Discover Fun Right Where You Are, for a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage the culture with the love of Christ.   Hear more about engaging cultural issues with truth and compassion in this video series from John Stonestreet.   Read about Coming Home to join God's family.   Listen to “Count It All Joy” and nearly 1000 other episodes with this free trial of Adventures in Odyssey.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Dr. Carl Trueman, professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College, will help you understand Critical theory and it's impact on your world. From sexuality to social justice, Trueman explores the failed philosophies of Karl Marx and the Frankfurt School, providing historical context and describing the evolution of these ideas in our culture today. He'll discuss the consequences of Critical theory and how Christians can respond to its various movements in society. This episode features an intriguing discussion, as well as a thought-provoking Q & A with college students.   Get Dr. Trueman's book, To Change All Worlds, for a gift of any amount, to learn more about Critical Theory.   Check out Focus on the Family's The Daily Citizen, a website that provides a faith-based perspective to counter the mainstream media’s anti-Christian bias   Listen to Jim's conversation with Rosaria Butterfield on ReFOCUS with Jim Daly.   Get Heather Holleman’s book The Six Conversations: Pathways to Connecting in an Age of Isolation.   Empowering Your Family to Face CRT with Dr. Carol Swain will equip you to know what CRT is and isn’t and how you can respond to what it teaches with confidence and scriptural accuracy.   Read this article to learn to teach your kids about Critical Race Theory through a Christian worldview.   Read this article to learn about the relationship between Socialism and Christianity   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

This discussion with economics professor Melissa Kearney makes a provocative, data-driven case for marriage and two-parent households, by showing how the institution's decline has led to numerous economic harm in society. She outlines how America can reverse this trend to ensure future prosperity and stability for children.   Read Jim Daly's book, The Good Dad, to learn from his story of stepping into fatherhood after a difficult childhood.   Read this article for support in single parenting.   For couples in crisis – you can still put the pieces of your marriage back together with Hope Restored.   Read this article about parenting differences between moms and dads.   Get the Kendrick brothers' movie on fatherhood journeys, Show Me the Father.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Scott Morrison, the 30th Prime Minister of Australia, shares about his tumultuous four years in office and the ridicule, sorrow, anger, and humiliation he faced because of his faith in Christ. He brings the encouraging message that God is in the details, even in suffering, and that His goodness is the anchor that holds in the storm. Morrison asserts that in all things, God's plans for us are good. He also reminds us that God is bigger than government. Our allegiance should be first to Him, as we influence culture by sharing the gospel with our neighbors.   Get a copy of Scott Morrison's book, Plans For Your Good, for a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Subscribe to the Daily Citizen - Stay informed with a Christian perspective on today’s issues.   Read this article for a reminder to keep politics in proper perspective and extend God’s kindness and love to others.   Read this article for advice about loving your spouse despite political difference.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Duane Barnhart is a former Hollywood producer and the founder of Vintage Gentleman, an organization encouraging traditional manhood, emphasizing integrity, authenticity, courage, and community. This conversation encourages people to develop authentic relationships and share the Christian faith through word and deed in their vocation.   Hear the ReFOCUS with Jim Daly episode with Os Guinness on being agents of change for Christ.   Hear the ReFOCUS with Jim Daly episode with Rosaria Butterfield on her transformation from an LGBT identity to finding her identity in Christ.   Hear the ReFOCUS with Jim Daly episode with Dennis Quaid on his faith and the Reagan movie.   Get involved with Vintage Gentlemen, founded by Duane Barnhart, to invest in true masculinity.   Read this article to find the right job for the right reason.   Read this article on Christianity and your career.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Monique Duson spent two decades advocating for Critical Race Theory, but through a close, loving friendship, she began to clearly see the contradictions of CRT with a Christian worldview. She is now the founder and president of the Center for Biblical Unity, and along with her friend, Krista Bontrager, offers practical help for having those uncomfortable conversations about race.   Get a copy of Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism for a gift of any amount.   Conversations on Racial Unity   Watch this video series for more from Monique Duson.   Check out Lighthouse Voices events to learn more from Christians about navigating the culture.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Disagreements in our culture are dividing friends and family at an alarming rate, causing many people to feel unsafe to share their opinions. But as God's ambassadors, we're called to listen to others and engage the culture despite our differences. This discussion will help you to revive the art of meaningful conversations and tackle issues of the cancel culture, while showing respect to others.   Get your copy of Sean McDowell's End the Stalemate when you make a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Watch this video series on speaking truth in the culture with John Cooper of Skillet.   Justin Brierley hosts Sean McDowell and atheist blogger Hemant Mehta at a recording of the Unbelievable? Podcast. Sean and Hemant debate about what they believe the other side gets wrong about Christianity and atheism.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Dr. Os Guinness shares deep insights into the current chaos in the United States in what is a cultural revolution. Guinness observes a crisis of freedom, a shift in the past fifty years toward the radical left, which has more in common with the French Revolution of 1789 than the Hebrew Exodus from Egypt (The Sinai Revolution of faith) in the Old Testament. He inspires believers to be agents of change in America by representing Christ and being champions of justice and true freedom, which leads to peace and order in society.   Get your copy of Os Guiness's book The Magna Cart of Humanity for a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Get the RVL Discipleship Study video series for more fascinating teaching straight from the Bible.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Dennis Quaid is well-recognized for his numerous roles in Hollywood films the past several decades. In his latest film, he portrays a beloved American hero, President Ronald Reagan. He'll discuss what he learned from Reagan about being a winsome peacemaker and the important role of faith in the president's life. He'll also share about his own personal faith in Christ and how it guides him in today's turbulent culture.   Get your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS, for a gift of any amount! He shares how believers can engage the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Read more about coming home to Jesus with this free download!   Read this article from Focus on the Family to learn more about restoring your relationship with God.   To learn more information about Reagan, and to view the trailer, visit the website.   Get a copy of Jon Burke's book, Imagine Heaven, to catch a glimpse into the joy of heaven.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

This intriguing discussion helps Christians to share the gospel in a personal and engaging way, while learning to walk alongside unbelievers in everyday life. Boden shares about making disciples, translating the Christian message for a lost culture, and sharing the hope we have in Christ through kindness and hospitality.   Get a copy of Dave Boden's book, Parallel Faith, for a gift of any amount!   Read this article for more insight on sharing God's love with others who are going through hard times.   Listen to a ReFocus with Jim Daly episode with Rosaria Butterfield.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

RVL shares about the Apostle Paul's example of engaging the culture for Christ and helps believers to live for Christ in the 21st century, modeling humility, peace, unity, and healthy sexuality as we draw others to God's truth.   Get the RVL Discipleship Study video series for more fascinating teaching straight from the Bible.   Access the RVL Discipleship anytime!   Watch the free video series from Ray Vander Laan on reaching the broken culture.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.    Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Evangelist Nick Hall, Founder and President of Pulse, shares an optimistic message about signs of revival among the youth of America today. He encourages you to pray often, engage with others at their point of need, be a good listener, and love them as Christ loved us.   Get a copy of Nick's book, Reset: Jesus Changes Everything, to hear more from him about being transformed by Jesus.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.    Watch this free video series about bringing God's truth to the broken and hurting culture.   Read this article from Jim Daly's blog about sharing the gospel.   Do you want to impact the next generation for Christ? Apply for Pulse 100.   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Pastor Joshua Broome shares about his amazing life change - from porn star to pastor - as he offers hope to anyone who feels their life is irredeemable. He'll share about God's grace and forgiveness that he received after falling into the depths of despair, even becoming suicidal. We'll hear how his wife, Hope, demonstrated God's love to Joshua soon after they first met.   Get Joshua Broome's book for a gift of any amount! It unpacks seven lies our culture tells us and guides us to the only thing that creates authentic happiness: a relationship with Jesus.    Watch this free video series with Monique Duson about embracing your true identity in Christ.     Listen to this podcast for help if you or your spouse is struggling with pornography addiction.    Make a free appointment for an initial consultation with a Focus counselor.   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.  

Rosaria Butterfield shares how her worldview shifted from feminism and LGBT culture towards God's truth after some loving Christians befriended her. She addresses five prominent lies in the culture regarding homosexuality, gender, feminism and spirituality as she helps you speak biblical truth to others in a loving way.   Get Rosaria's book for a donation of any amount. She unpacks five lies of the culture and why she stopped believing them.   Watch this free video series from Jackie Hill Perry about finding your identity in Christ when struggling with LGBT issues.   Watch this free video series about teaching your children a Biblical perspective on sexuality and gender.   The things you see and hear during Pride Month can be confusing and raise questions about sexuality. You might wonder how to think about all that is happening and how to respond to the messaging.   Make an appointment for a free consultation with a counselor from Focus on the Family.   Read this article from Focus on the Family about God's design for sexuality.   Listen to Chloe Cole’s episode of ReFOCUS with Jim Daly about her exit from the transgender lifestyle and how cultural lies about gender are harmful.   Listen to more from Rosaria Butterfield about her personal story of finding freedom for lesbianism.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Dr. Brad Wilcox shares his research about marriage and how it supports Biblical truth! Not only is marriage good for you, it's good for your children and our culture! He'll share about strong, stable marriages and why marriage matters. You'll learn how to defend and build up the institution of marriage in a culture that has rejected it.

Scott Klusendorf, President of the Life Training Institute, challenges pro-life advocates to gently yet persuasively stand for preborn babies and vulnerable women in a culture divided on abortion. Scott explains the four main worldviews informing the abortion debate and the philosophical flaws in moral relativism. He offers a clear defense for every human life, regardless of size, level of development, environment, or degree of dependency. He'll help you engage common cultural arguments on abortion to advocate for life. Scott will also encourage you with practical strategies to show love and compassion to women and help further steer the culture toward life.   Get a copy of The Case for Life: Equipping Christians to Engage the Culture for your donation of any amount!   Learn more about the Church’s long history of protecting life in the Didache, here.   Watch this video series with Scott Klusendorf about having engaging pro-life conversations.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Dr. John Lennox, professor of mathematics at Oxford University (emeritus), helps equip Christians to share their faith in a respectful and logical way without alienating others. Lennox, who has twice debated atheist Richard Dawkins, shares about the importance of being salt and light in the culture, encouraging us to show gentleness to people we encounter.   Get a copy of John Lennox's book, Have No Fear, to read more about sharing your faith with gentleness and respect.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Watch this video series with Ray Vander Laan to learn more about bringing peace to the broken culture.   Donate   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.